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Blackpink Makes History as First Female K-Pop Act to Headline Korea's Gocheok Sky Dome

Global Sensation Wraps Up "Born Pink" Tour with Landmark Concert at Iconic Venue

YG Entertainment


In an unprecedented move that resonates across both music and cultural spectrums, Blackpink, the acclaimed K-pop sensation, is set to etch its name in history as the first female K-pop act to command the illustrious stage of Korea's Gocheok Sky Dome. This grand announcement reverberated from the quarters of YG Entertainment on Thursday, heralding a monumental moment for the quartet.

Boasting the status of being the largest indoor concert hall in Korea, the Gocheok Sky Dome stands as an architectural marvel designed to accommodate a staggering 20,000 attendees. The enormity of the venue pales in comparison only to the magnitude of Blackpink's global influence.

Mark your calendars for September 16-17 as the dates that mark the crescendo of Blackpink's "Born Pink" tour, a whirlwind journey that has spanned an impressive 34 cities worldwide over the past 11 months. Drawing an awe-inspiring count of approximately 1.75 million fans, the tour stands as a testament to the group's unassailable popularity and transcontinental resonance.

Adding a touch of digital magic to this historic feat, the group has taken the innovative step of streaming the second day's live performance online, granting admirers from every corner of the globe a front-row seat to this once-in-a-lifetime extravaganza.

The ripples of Blackpink's success are not confined to their home country. As the quartet's popularity knows no bounds, their journey culminated in a breathtaking concert in Los Angeles, with the grand finale originally slated for this Saturday. Yet, attuned to the pulse of their fervent fanbase, Blackpink made an unprecedented decision to conclude their tour on native soil. This unforeseen addition to the tour schedule manifested as a heartfelt gesture towards their fans, honoring their unwavering support and devotion.

On a parallel note, the captivating aura of Blackpink's influence stretched all the way to the vibrant heart of Las Vegas. In a visual spectacle that underscored the quartet's monumental concert held on Friday, numerous iconic hotels and landmarks in Las Vegas bathed in a radiant pink glow, a vivid tribute that mirrored the intensity of the music and the fervor of Blackpink's admirers.

As the world eagerly awaits this groundbreaking moment in the annals of music history, Blackpink continues to redefine norms and transcend boundaries. Their meteoric rise, adorned with chart-topping hits and a dedicated global following, now converges on the grand stage of Gocheok Sky Dome, where they will inscribe a new chapter in the legacy of K-pop and beyond.

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